Biomedical Scientist - Histology

Circle Hospital (Reading) Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Life insurance

Staff engagement hub

Job summary

Circle Health Group is hiring a Biomedical Scientist for PureLab-UK in London. The role supports high-quality diagnostic services in the Histology department, with 37.5 hours per week and a flexible shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.

The ideal candidate will hold a BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with HCPC registration and at least two years’ histology experience, and will work to ISO 15189 standards within a busy laboratory.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (or equivalent) for HCPC registration.
• Minimum 2 years' histology laboratory experience.
• Competence in diagnostic laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 15189 and UKAS requirements is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Receive, process, analyse and report patient specimens using appropriate techniques.
• Undertake routine and complex histology investigations as trained.
• Provide scientific advice to clinicians regarding investigations.
• Support quality management and accreditation requirements.
• Prioritise workload to meet turnaround times.

Skills

Histology

Diagnostic lab techniques

Quality management

Lab safety

Analytical reasoning

Education

BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

LIMS

Job description

Biomedical Scientist PureLab-UK - London 37.5 Hours & Permanent Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

PureLab-UK in Central London is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. We have an opportunity for an Biomedical Scientist to join their team of staff in the Histology department. This is a full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern. This role supports the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services and requires participation in extended working hours, weekends, and Bank Holiday rotas. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Histology Biomedical Scientist looking to further develop their career within a progressive diagnostic laboratory service.

Duties of this role include:

• Receive, process, analyse and report patient specimens using appropriate scientific techniques, instrumentation and methodologies within your scope of practice.
• Undertake routine and, where appropriately trained and competent, complex and specialist laboratory investigations.
• Undertake complex investigations and specialist techniques requiring advanced technical knowledge, experience and professional judgement.
• Provide appropriate scientific and technical advice to clinicians and other healthcare professionals regarding laboratory investigations.
• Work in accordance with the laboratory Quality Management System and support compliance with ISO 15189 and relevant UKAS accreditation requirements.
• Operate complex laboratory instrumentation safely and competently in accordance with manufacturer requirements and laboratory procedures.
• Support the induction, training, competency assessment and development of Medical Laboratory Assistants, trainee Biomedical Scientists and other laboratory colleagues.
• Manage and prioritise your workload effectively to support agreed laboratory turnaround times and service standards.
• Ensure specimens are handled, prepared, stored and processed appropriately throughout the diagnostic pathway.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, or an equivalent qualification acceptable for HCPC registration.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in a Histology laboratory.
• Appropriate practical laboratory training and demonstrated competence within a diagnostic laboratory environment.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of laboratory analytical techniques relevant to the discipline.
• Understanding of quality management, Internal Quality Control and External Quality Assessment principles.
• Understanding of ISO 15189 and UKAS requirements within medical laboratories.
• Ability to analyse, validate and authorise laboratory results within an agreed competency framework.
• Ability to recognise abnormal, critical or potentially erroneous results and respond appropriately.
• Experience using laboratory instrumentation and Laboratory Information Management Systems.

Proven practical experience in:

• Histological specimen dissection.
• Tissue embedding.
• Microtomy.
• Digital Pathology.
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC).
• Special staining techniques.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £45,000.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)
• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities …and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues.

Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.

We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally.

Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world-class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait. Your health, your choice - we make it happen.

We’re also passionate about out people. With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive.

Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare